Sapphic/Lesbian 2018 films here.
Alex Strangelove - (dir. Craig Johnson) this Netflix original comedy film follows Alex Truelove, a highschool senior who’s girlfriend is ready to start having sex. He’s not so sure. After meeting a charming gay kid at a party, he begins to question his sexuality. Released April 14th.
Ben is Back - (dir. Peter Hedges) Drama following Ben Burns, an estranged son and drug addict who unexpectedly returns home on Christmas Eve. The film focuses on his relationship with his mother and her concerns about his addiction, but an interview said there’s some gay too! Initial release Dec. 7
Boy Erased - (dir. Joel Edgerton) coming of age drama focusing on Jared, the gay son of a small town Baptist Pastor. After getting outed to his parents, he’s given a choice: conbersion therapy or exile. Set to be released Nov. 2nd
Gewoon Vrienden/Just Friends - (dir. Ellen Smit) Dutch language rom-com following Yad, a caregiver of Syrian descent and Joris, the grandson of the elderly woman he looks after. The two men strike up a fast friendship that then turns physical. Initial release in March.
Ideal Home - (dir. Andrew Fleming) Comedy-Drama following Paul and Erasmus, an extravagant gay couple. When Erasmus’s grandson, Bill, shows up at their dinner party with nowhere else to go, the couple decides to take him in. Things take a turn for the worse when Bill’s father is released from prison and tries to take back his son. Released June 29th.
Love, Simon - (dir. Greg Berlanti) Rom-Com based off Becky Albertalli’s novel “Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda.” Simon is a closeted gay 17 year old who’s fallen for a mysterious anonymous classmate he’s been speaking to online. Released March 22.
Mario - (dir. Marcel Gisler) Swiss German language sport drama about two young football players caught between the politics of the game they love and their feelings for each other. Switzerland release Feb 22nd.
Plaire, aimer et courir vite/Sorry Angel - (dir. Christophe Honoré) French drama film following Arthur, a student from Brittany and his love affair with Jacques, an older writer residing in Paris. Released May 10th.
Saturday Church - (dir. Damon Cardasis) Musical Fantasy Drama film focusing on the lives of gay & transgender youth. Fourteen year old Ulysses lives with his mother and his abusive homophobic Aunt. One night he ventures into the city and meets a vibrant group of LGBT individuals. While out with them he begins to develop an interest in drag and forms a relationship with Raymond. Released in the US on Jan 12th.
The Happy Prince - (dir. Rupert Everett) Biographical Historical Drama about the last days of Oscar Wilde during his time of illness and exile. It touches on his relationship with his friend and lover Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas. It took a decade for Rupert to get this film made and in the end he had to do it hinself, so treasure it. UK release June 15th.
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